Speech Language Pathologist at Forsyth Academy
About The Position
The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) plays a critical role in supporting student access to instruction and overall academic success at Forsyth Academy. NHA provides specially designed instruction developed to meet the unique needs of each child as a result of their disability, and the SLP is integral to this process. Forsyth Academy, located in Winston-Salem, NC, serves students K-8 and offers a supportive environment for educators, including unique teacher support, mentors for new teachers, and regular staff feedback mechanisms. The school is recognized for its growth and commitment to a safe learning environment.
Requirements
- Must hold a master’s degree in speech language pathology - CCC (Certificate of Clinical Competence) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Associate (ASHA)
- Experience working with at-risk student populations
- Experience in a school-based or pediatric environment
- Familiarity with IEP development, special education compliance, and collaborative service delivery models
Responsibilities
- Collaborating with the administrator over special education to develop and coordinate daily service schedules, evaluation timelines, and annual IEP meetings
- Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings, including eligibility determinations, annual reviews, and progress monitoring discussions
- Conducting speech and language evaluations and contributing to assessment planning as part of the special education process
- Developing, implementing, and monitoring individualized speech-language goals aligned with each student’s IEP
- Providing specially designed instruction to meet the unique communication needs of students through a variety of service models
- Documenting service delivery, progress notes, and compliance-related paperwork in accordance with state, federal, and organizational guidelines
- Consulting with teachers and families to support carryover of communication strategies across classroom and home environments
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Unique teacher support especially to beginner teachers
- Mentors for new teachers
- Weekly meetings with Deans
- Biyearly staff survey with administrator-led action steps in response
- Safe learning environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
